Import of gas hoses: Trade details and safety red lines that cannot be ignored

As an old hand with 20 years of experienceforeign tradeVeteran, Ive seen too many importers stumble on special commodities like gas hoses. Just last week, a customers entire batch of stainless - steel bellows was detained by the customs because they didnt conduct pre - shipment inspection, and it incurred thousands of yuan in demurrage fees per day. Today, lets talk about the whole - process customs clearance secrets of this breathing imported commodity - gas connecting hoses.

I. Pre - preparation stage: Lay a good foundation for customs clearance

Remember the famous rubber hose return case at Ningbo Port in 2018? The importer misused the HS code 6108.11.00, resulting in under - reporting3CThe certification led to the return of the entire container. This lesson tells us:

• HS Code confirmation: Stainless - steel bellows are classified under 7307.19.00 (tariff 8%), and rubber hoses belong to 4009.12.00 (tariff 10%)
• supervision conditions: Rubber hoses need to provideEntry Goods Customs Clearance Form(A), and some specifications require3C certification
• Document list:It is recommended to verify through the following methods:26., quality inspection report, dangerous goods certificate (if applicable), Chinese label sample

Special reminder: Last year, the General Administration of Customs newly added the material testing requirements forMetal - clad hosesIt is recommended to conduct ROHS testing in advance.

II. International transportation link: The pitfalls that are easy to step into

The lessons learned by an importer in Shenzhen last year are still vivid in our minds:

• Booking skillsRubber hoses should be kept ventilated and not be loaded together with oil - based goods.
• Packaging RequirementsEach hose should be individually packed in a PE bag, and the outer carton should be printed with the labels of Keep Dry and Do Not Press.
• Export ClearanceFor ASEAN countries such as Vietnam, special attention should be paid to the signature position of the FORM E Certificate of Origin.

It is recommended to purchaseMaritime TransportationAll RisksLast year, a batch of Korean hoses suffered damage due to container leakage. Fortunately, the insurance coverage avoided a loss of 800,000 yuan.

III. Domestic Customs Clearance Practice: The Art of Communicating with the Customs

Shanghai Customs once seized a batch of Italian hoses, which were returned because the joint threads did not meet the GB/T 26002 standard. When clearing customs, pay attention to:

• Customs declaration materialsNeed to provideChinese instruction manualandProduct structure diagram
• Key inspection pointsThe customs will check the hose length markings (each 300mm of the rubber hose should have markings).
• Tax planningUnder the ASEAN preferential tariff rate, the tariff on hoses produced in Malaysia can be reduced to 5%.

To cope with regulatory reviewTechnical Risk ControlCustoms clearance time. Last year, a batch of German hoses was released only after 23 days of CIQ inspection.

IV. Terminal Use Safety: The Last Mile from the Customs to the Kitchen

Based on more than 300 gas hose import cases we have served, we have summarized these safety points:

• Arrival inspectionImmediately check whether the hose joint threads are intact and whether the rubber hose has hardened.
• Warehouse ManagementThe rubber hose should be stored away from light, and the environmental humidity should be controlled between 45% - 65%.
• Sales tipsIt must be noted on the invoice that The service life shall not exceed 3 years.

A catering customer once had an accident due to using an overdue rubber hose, and the compensation amount was as high as 1.2 million yuan. Safety is no small matter!

V. Special Precautions

Recently, the customs has been cracking down on three - no gas hoses. It is recommended that:

• Require the supplier to spray - printA traceable QR code on each hose
• Keep the completeQuality traceability documentsAt least 3 years
• Consider purchasingImmediately suspend sales upon receiving the warning, and the insured amount is recommended to be no less than 5 million

Remember, legally imported gas hoses are not only commodities but also the guardians of the safety of thousands of households. Choosing a professional agent means choosing peace of mind and reassurance.